Staff Robotics Software Engineer
San Francisco
Software /
Full Time /
On-site
About Multiply Labs
Multiply Labs is a cutting-edge startup based in San Francisco, California, supported by top-tier tech and life science investors such as Casdin Capital, Lux Capital, and Y Combinator. We are revolutionizing the manufacturing of cell therapies by developing advanced robotic systems designed to automate and scale the production of these life-saving treatments. Our robots empower biopharma companies to produce cell therapies at scale without significantly changing their existing processes, reducing regulatory barriers and risks. While traditional approaches are time-consuming and lead to extremely high costs for patients (typically $1M+ per patient), using robotics can make these transformative treatments more accessible and affordable to patients in need.
To learn more and to view a video of our robots in action, visit us at www.multiplylabs.com and follow us on LinkedIn. You can also read our latest peer-reviewed study, which highlights the statistical equivalence between manual and automated cell expansion processes, at cytotherapy.org.
Position Overview
At Multiply Labs, our team operates at the intersection of robotics and biopharma. As a Full-Time Robotics Software Engineer, you will work alongside a highly collaborative team of robotics engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, computer scientists, other software developers and biopharma scientists to build robotic systems that automate the manufacturing of life-saving cell therapies.
Projects you will lead include, but are not limited to, multi-arm path planning, 8-DOF arm navigation, computer vision integration, or new subsystem development. Your strengths and passions will determine which features you lead. Projects rotate across the team to promote cross-functional collaboration and rapid learning for all members, giving you the opportunity to work with a variety of engineers. This role is for you if you are a strong problem solver, a motivated and hard-working engineer, and excited to work at an early-stage startup.
As a Staff member of our Robotics Software team, you will:
- Help develop a robust, efficient, and compliant robotic system.
- Lead the design, build, deployment, troubleshooting and maintenance high-quality production software.
- Lead collaboration with both software and hardware when developing robotic interactions.
- Design and implement communication protocols with various instruments.
- Actively contribute to the automated test suite for continuous integration.
- Work with simulation software to predict the movements of the robotic system.
- Troubleshoot communication issues with control systems and interaction issues between the robot and hardware systems.
- Collaborate with other software engineers to reach engineering targets.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering or related discipline.
- 10+ years experience in relevant industry.
- Experience with leading cross-functional projects on integrated robotic systems.
- Experience deploying production-grade software in python.
- Experience driving development from proof-of-concept to deployed products.
- Excellent collaboration skills and a willingness to mentor others.
- Ability to handle multiple project and task assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to set and deliver on product timelines.
- Ability to translate customer requirements into actionable engineering deliverables.
- Strong communication skills that clearly express ideas and design details in meetings, team presentations, white board brainstorming sessions and in various technical documentation.
Additional Qualifications – Considered a plus:
- Experience with project and team management.
- Experience with docker and AWS.
$175,000 - $200,000 a year
Total compensation includes generous equity and benefits including:
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Daily catered lunch
- Commuter Benefits
- Flexible PTO
- 401K
We take pride in cultivating an environment that fosters collaboration, open communication, and authenticity. We are an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are diverse in background and singular in mission.